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Rare old book set John Kendrick Bangs, published 1910 and 1913
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Please message me with any questions. Great addition to an antique book collection, or to resell. pick up location Highland Park
John Kendrick Bangs was an American author and humorist, born on May 27, 1862, and passing away on January 21, 1922. He was renowned for his satirical works, including humorous essays, parodies, and fantasy novels. Bangs served as the editor of various magazines, such as "Harper's Weekly" and "Harper's Magazine," and he was a prominent figure in the literary scene of his time. His most famous works include "The House-Boat on the Styx" series and his contributions to the "Associated Shades" series, which featured humorous interactions between famous historical and literary figures in the afterlife.
"The House-Boat on the Styx" is a humorous fantasy novel by John Kendrick Bangs, published in 1895. It follows a group of deceased historical figures who reside on a houseboat that travels the River Styx, engaging in comedic adventures and encounters with famous characters from mythology and literature.
"Pursuit of the House-Boat" is a sequel to "The House-Boat on the Styx" by John Kendrick Bangs, published in 1897. It continues the adventures of the deceased historical figures aboard the houseboat on the River Styx.
John Kendrick Bangs was an American author and humorist, born on May 27, 1862, and passing away on January 21, 1922. He was renowned for his satirical works, including humorous essays, parodies, and fantasy novels. Bangs served as the editor of various magazines, such as "Harper's Weekly" and "Harper's Magazine," and he was a prominent figure in the literary scene of his time. His most famous works include "The House-Boat on the Styx" series and his contributions to the "Associated Shades" series, which featured humorous interactions between famous historical and literary figures in the afterlife.
"The House-Boat on the Styx" is a humorous fantasy novel by John Kendrick Bangs, published in 1895. It follows a group of deceased historical figures who reside on a houseboat that travels the River Styx, engaging in comedic adventures and encounters with famous characters from mythology and literature.
"Pursuit of the House-Boat" is a sequel to "The House-Boat on the Styx" by John Kendrick Bangs, published in 1897. It continues the adventures of the deceased historical figures aboard the houseboat on the River Styx.
- Date Listed:14/04/2024
- Last Edited:14/04/2024
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